Civil Litigation & Dispute Solicitors
Disputes can arise in many areas of life, between neighbours, families or landlords and tenants. When they do, it helps to have expert legal support on your side to protect your position and reach a fair resolution, efficiently and cost-effectively.
Talk to one of our team members on 0330 111 3131
At Slater Heelis, our experienced civil litigation team in Manchester, Sale, and Chester advises individuals and families on a wide range of disputes. Whether you’re bringing a claim or defending one, we’ll provide clear, strategic advice from day one, always with your goals and best interests in mind.
Our solicitors are skilled negotiators who aim to resolve matters without the need for court proceedings wherever possible. This includes the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods such as mediation or roundtable discussions.
However, where litigation becomes necessary, we have the experience and expertise to represent you robustly in court to achieve the outcome you deserve.
If you’d like to speak to one of our specialist teams, call 0330 111 3131 or complete our online enquiry form.
Why Choose Slater Heelis?
- Specialist advice tailored to your specific dispute and desired outcome
- Early cost-benefit analysis so you can make informed decisions from the start
- Accessible legal guidance without unnecessary jargon
- We’re a Leading Firm in the independently researched Legal 500 and Chambers directories
- Over 1,600 5-star reviews on Review Solicitors
We’ll always keep you informed throughout the process and aim to resolve your dispute with minimal stress and maximum clarity.
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Types of Civil Litigation We Handle
Our civil litigation team can support you with a broad range of legal disputes, including:
- Property and Boundary Disputes – including issues over fences, land access, party walls, and rights of way
- Landlord and Tenant Disputes – from rent arrears to property disrepair claims
- Inheritance and Will Disputes – including contested probate and proprietary estoppel claims
- Court of Protection Disputes – including community care disputes and financial deputyship disputes
- Professional Negligence – claims involving poor advice or service from professionals such as solicitors, accountants or surveyors
- Joint Ownership Disputes – such as disagreements over sale or ownership shares in a jointly owned property
- Personal Bankruptcy
If you are unsure whether your issue falls under civil litigation, simply contact our team and we’ll be happy to advise.
How We Work
When you contact us, we’ll arrange an initial consultation to discuss your situation. From there, we will:
- Assess your legal position and the strength of your claim or defence
- Advise on your options, including ADR or court proceedings
- Explain the likely timescales, costs, and risks
- Keep you updated every step of the way
Our goal is always to reach a fair resolution as efficiently as possible—so you can move forward with confidence.
Our Experts
Daniel Stern – Partner & Head of Property Litigation
Daniel leads our Property Litigation team, advising landlords, tenants, developers and investors on a wide range of disputes. Known for his pragmatic and commercially-focused approach, he helps clients resolve issues efficiently, whether through negotiation, mediation or litigation. His expertise spans everything from lease disputes to complex property development matters.
Mark Gough – Partner & Head of Dispute Resolution
As Head of Dispute Resolution, Mark has extensive experience handling high-value, complex disputes for businesses and individuals. He combines strategic thinking with a results-driven approach, guiding clients through commercial litigation, shareholder disagreements, professional negligence claims and more. Mark is recognised for his clear, decisive advice and his commitment to achieving the best outcome for every client.
Chris Bishop – Senior Partner, Dispute Resolution
Chris is a Senior Partner in our Dispute Resolution team, with decades of experience advising on a wide variety of contentious matters. Having previously served as Managing Partner of the firm, he brings both legal and leadership expertise to his work. Chris is valued by clients for his depth of knowledge, sound judgment and ability to steer complex cases to resolution.
Meet our litigation team
